Description

2,6-Dimethyl-2,5-heptadien-4-one is a high-purity, unsaturated ketone with a distinctive structure. This compound serves as a valuable chemical intermediate and flavor/fragrance ingredient due to its unique organoleptic properties. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, aroma chemical, and fine chemical synthesis sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of complex organic molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient: Imparts woody, spicy, or herbal notes in perfumery and flavor compositions.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Acts as a key precursor in Diels-Alder reactions and other cycloaddition chemistry.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for novel compound discovery and process chemistry.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as an intermediate in the production of certain specialty crop protection agents.
• Fine Chemical Production: Used in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, dyes, and pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,6-Dimethyl-2,5-heptadien-4-one
CAS No.	504-20-1
Molecular Formula	C9H14O
Molecular Weight	138.21 g/mol
Synonyms	Diacetone Alcohol Dehydration Product; Phorone; 2,6-Dimethylhepta-2,5-dien-4-one; sym-Diisopropylideneacetone; 1,1,5,5-Tetramethyl-1,4-pentadien-3-one; Diisopropylideneacetone; NSC 6648
EINECS	207-986-3

Quality Control

Our 2,6-Dimethyl-2,5-heptadien-4-one is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets the required specifications for purity and identity. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, and we support compliance with REACH and other relevant global regulatory frameworks.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.498 - 1.502
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.880 - 0.890

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.